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Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of French bread, cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled sausage or bacon
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Layer bread cubes at the bottom of the prepared dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Stir in the cooked sausage, bell pepper, onion, and half of the cheddar cheese.
Pour egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to ensure all the bread is soaked.
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until golden and set.
Kitchen Tools
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Knife and cutting board
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it’s designed to be made the night before and baked in the morning.
Yes, you can freeze the uncooked casserole. Just thaw and bake it when ready.
Absolutely! Just skip the sausage or use vegetarian sausage.
You can use almond milk, soy milk, or any milk alternative of your choice.
Yes, feel free to use any bread such as whole wheat, sourdough, or ciabatta.
The casserole should be golden brown on top and set in the center.
Reheating in the oven at 350°F will take about 15-20 minutes.